Wallace Shawn

The Designated Mourner

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ISBN 13:
9780571179114
author:
Wallace Shawn
format:
Paperback
publisher:
Faber & Faber
language:
English
Publication Year:
1996
Pages:
128
Dimensions:
19.4 x 12.2 x 1.4 cm
Genre:
Music, Stage & Screen, Performing Arts, ,
Condition:
New
Availability:
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£10.81

Description

The Designated Mourner by Wallace Shawn is a thought-provoking play that weaves together three interconnected monologues. As each story unfolds, it illuminates yet obscures the others, creating a complex and nuanced exploration of human relationships. At its core, this work examines the intricate web of family dynamics, social status, and personal identity. Through the voices of Howard, Judy's father; Jack, her husband; and an unnamed woman, Shawn masterfully reveals the tensions and contradictions that can arise when individuals from different walks of life come together. Ultimately, The Designated Mourner is a powerful exploration of survival, resilience, and the human condition, leaving readers to ponder the complexities of relationships and identity long after the final words have been spoken.

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